Dr. Susan L Marusak, MD
Psychiatry
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Office Address
111 W OCEAN BLVD STE 400, Long Beach, CA 90802
Phone
Counties Served
Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Sacramento County, Ventura County
Credential
MD — QME Certified
About Dr. Susan L Marusak
Dr. Susan Lynn Marusak is a psychiatrist in Los Angeles, California, with over 20 years of experience. She received her medical degree from Wayne State University School of Medicine. She is affiliated with the Veterans Administration Greater Los Angeles Healthcare Medical Center and UCLA Medical Center. She treats a range of conditions including depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, and ADD.
Education & Board Certifications
- MD - Wayne State University School of Medicine
Languages Spoken
About Psychiatry QME Evaluations
Psychiatry QME evaluations address psychological and psychiatric injuries arising from workplace events, including post-traumatic stress disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, and adjustment disorders. The evaluating psychiatrist assesses mental health causation, treatment needs, and work capacity limitations.
Under California workers' compensation law ( LC §139.2), QME physicians must meet qualification standards set by the Division of Workers' Compensation and must follow the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), for impairment ratings.
Common Conditions Evaluated
Workers' Compensation in Served Counties
Dr. Susan L Marusak serves workers' compensation cases in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Sacramento County, Ventura County, California. Each county has its own WCAB district office that handles workers' compensation disputes and hearings.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of cases does Dr. Susan L Marusak evaluate as a QME?
A Psychiatry QME evaluation involves a comprehensive review of medical records, a clinical examination, and a written report addressing causation, treatment needs, and permanent impairment. The evaluating physician follows the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment, 5th Edition (2001), as required by California workers' compensation law.
Where is Dr. Susan L Marusak's office located?
Dr. Susan L Marusak's office is located at 111 W OCEAN BLVD STE 400, Long Beach, CA 90802. The office serves workers' compensation evaluations for 4 California counties including Los Angeles County.
What are Dr. Susan L Marusak's board certifications?
Dr. Susan L Marusak holds the following board certifications: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology - Psychiatry. Board certification demonstrates that a physician has met rigorous standards in their specialty beyond basic medical licensure.
What is Dr. Susan L Marusak's education and training background?
Dr. Susan L Marusak's training includes: MD - Wayne State University School of Medicine. This training provides the clinical foundation for conducting independent medical evaluations in psychiatry workers' compensation cases.
How many years of experience does Dr. Susan L Marusak have?
Dr. Susan L Marusak has approximately 20 years of medical experience. As a QME-certified psychiatry physician, this clinical experience informs evaluations of injury causation, treatment appropriateness, and permanent impairment in workers' compensation cases.
What languages does Dr. Susan L Marusak speak?
Dr. Susan L Marusak speaks English and Spanish. Multilingual capability can facilitate more effective communication during QME evaluations for non-English-speaking injured workers.
Which counties does Dr. Susan L Marusak serve for QME evaluations?
Dr. Susan L Marusak is available for QME evaluations in Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Sacramento County, Ventura County. Each county is served through the DWC panel process, and evaluation locations may vary.
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